S Poddar
Novak Djokovic is set to face Carlos Alcaraz in the Wimbledon final for the second consecutive year. The respect between the two players was evident during Djokovic’s on-court interview, where he spoke highly of Alcaraz, who shocked the tennis world by defeating Djokovic in last year’s final.
The Serbian tennis legend, holding 24 Grand Slam titles, is eager to reclaim his dominance after Alcaraz ended his nine-year unbeaten streak on Centre Court. Djokovic, now ranked world No. 2, acknowledged the significant challenge he faces against the young Spaniard, calling Alcaraz one of the “greatest 21-year-olds” the sport has ever seen.
This match holds special significance for Djokovic, who reached his first final of the season by defeating Lorenzo Musetti with a score of 6-4, 7-6(2), 6-4. Remarkably, this achievement comes just five weeks after undergoing meniscus surgery, with Djokovic competing in the tournament while wearing a knee brace.
The upcoming final is not just a rematch but also a testament to the sportsmanship and mutual admiration between two exceptional athletes, setting the stage for an exciting showdown at Wimbledon.
